Abyssinian Wheatear
Abyssinian Wheatear
100
1 week ago
door
Henk Spuijbroek
Points:
100
The Basalt Wheatear is a distinctive species of the Middle East, characterized by its black cap and ear coverts, white underparts, and dark upperparts. It is a specialist of basalt desert landscapes.
Where to spot
Endemic to the basalt deserts (harra) of southern Syria, eastern Jordan, and northern Saudi Arabia, inhabiting stony, arid plains.
How to spot
Observation requires visiting its very specific basalt desert habitat. Look for it foraging on the ground or perching on low rocks. Its dark upperparts provide camouflage against the black basalt.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during the cooler parts of the day. Best observed during spring when breeding activity is higher.
Where to spot
Endemic to the basalt deserts (harra) of southern Syria, eastern Jordan, and northern Saudi Arabia, inhabiting stony, arid plains.
How to spot
Observation requires visiting its very specific basalt desert habitat. Look for it foraging on the ground or perching on low rocks. Its dark upperparts provide camouflage against the black basalt.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Most active during the cooler parts of the day. Best observed during spring when breeding activity is higher.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This wheatear is named for its specific preference for 'harra' or 'hamada' desert, which are vast plains covered in black volcanic basalt rocks, providing excellent camouflage.
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- Recently spotted
- 1 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 1 week ago door Henk Spuijbroek
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